I know we often think of dogs and cats when we think of adoptable animals, but the Champaign County Humane Society often has other critters too, including rabbits (we adopted our bunny Lola there), snakes, …
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Young Artist’s Studio has two more workshops coming up
The Urbana Arts and Culture Program and Urbana Free Library have two more installments of Young Artist’s Studio planned for the summer. The Young Artist’s Studio offers free art-making for children ages 5 and up …
Get your Culture here: Four experiences to have in June
Julie gives the culture rundown for the month of June.
There will be a citizenship fair on June 14th, Flag Day
The City of Champaign and New American Welcome Center at the University YMCA are teaming up to host a Flag Day celebration and Citizenship Fair on June 14th from 1 to 3 p.m. at the …
The Idea Store can help you celebrate Pride
It’s Pride month across the nation, and though C-U celebrates PrideFest in September when the students are around, that doesn’t mean you can’t and shouldn’t do a little recognition this month. This year is extra …
Have you tried the new room at C-U Adventures yet?
Last week I sat down with the two people in my house that suddenly have a plethora of free time for the next few months to discuss summer plans and “must do” activities, and Champaign-Urbana …
Grab your clubs and drink some Triptych this month
There are two opportunities this month to enjoy Triptych Brewing while hitting the links. Doesn’t that make me sound like an experienced golfer?? I’m not, but I like getting my frustrations out at the driving range. This …
Watch the Women’s World Cup at the Illini Union
Once again, the Illini Union will be screening World Cup games in the Courtyard Cafe, this time as the women captivate the world stage. Now a U.S team will actually be not just a factor, …
You can offer your input on proposed MTD service changes
MTD is proposing some minor changes to some of their routes this fall, and you have an opportunity to give your input on them this Thursday, June 6th, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Illinois …
Getting to North Prospect is going to be terrible for a while
If you ever travel over the I-74 bridge on Prospect, you’ve probably noticed the big lighted sign warning you about a construction project beginning June 3rd. As of today, that particular bridge will be one …